In the afternoon of Wednesday, Aug. 28, the entire Chivas USA team will travel to Bell Gardens Sports Complex to host a special practice to which all Red-and-White fans are invited.

As part of their commitment to the community that has seen the players visiting different social events throughout the year, the club decided it was now time to re-group and get the entire team together in a community outing.

Érick ‘El Cubo’ Torres, who has recently joined the LA Goats, is among the players who will be present at the event. Drifting closer and coexisting with the fans is a very important aspect to the young forward, who in an interview with cdchivasusa.com didn’t doubt about speaking highly of this opportunity.

“I believe it’s very important for us to spend time with our fans and the people who are always cheering for us weekend after weekend,” said Torres. “It’s very motivating for us. I think being closer to our people, our fans always brings a good vibe. We are delighted to be with them, spend time with them and dedicate them some time as they do the same for us every weekend.”

It wasn’t long ago when the now 20-year-old player used to admire and ask for autographs to players he dreamed of becoming. Today, Torres knows his responsibility of setting a good example and being the reason behind the smiles of lots of kids. At the same time, he also continues to dream of, motivate himself and visualize how to get to the top in his career.

“I think it’s the biggest reward a professional player can have. I always envisioned it as I was a kid, and now that I’m living it. When a little kid or a person comes asking for a photo, I think it’s the best thing that can happen to me as a player. Being able to take a picture, put a smile on a boy’s face, is the best thing that we have,” concluded Torres.

Despite the fact that training will not start until 6:30 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, fans will be able to participate in a youth clinic run by Chivas USA Youth Development Coaches starting at 5:00 p.m. (PT). Additionally, they will be able to enjoy all the activation the club’s sponsors will have in place. For more information on the event, visit www.cdchivasusa.com.